Terms of Service
These terms explain the rules for using OpenNotes, contributing educational materials, and accessing content shared by the community.
Last updated: August 2026
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using OpenNotes, you agree to comply with these Terms of Service and applicable laws. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the platform.
About OpenNotes
OpenNotes is an educational platform that allows users to discover, view, download, and contribute educational notes and study materials.
User Accounts
- You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account.
- You must provide accurate information when creating or updating your account.
- You must not impersonate another person or create an account using misleading information.
- You are responsible for activity performed through your account.
User Contributions
Users may submit educational notes and other materials to OpenNotes. Submitted content may be reviewed before publication. By submitting content, you confirm that you have the necessary rights or permission to share it.
Content Ownership
You retain ownership of content you submit where applicable. However, by submitting content to OpenNotes, you grant OpenNotes the permission necessary to store, process, display, distribute, and make that content available through the platform.
Prohibited Content
- Content that infringes copyright or other intellectual property rights.
- Content containing malware, malicious code, or harmful files.
- Fraudulent, misleading, or intentionally deceptive educational materials.
- Harassing, hateful, threatening, or abusive content.
- Private or confidential information belonging to another person.
- Content that violates applicable laws or regulations.
Content Moderation
OpenNotes may review, reject, restrict, remove, or modify submitted content when it violates these terms, community guidelines, or applicable law. We may also restrict accounts involved in repeated or serious violations.
Copyright Complaints
If you believe content available on OpenNotes infringes your copyright, please contact the platform with sufficient information to identify the material and establish your rights. Reported content may be temporarily or permanently removed while the issue is reviewed.
Availability
OpenNotes is provided on an availability basis. We may temporarily suspend or modify features for maintenance, security, improvements, or other operational reasons.
Limitation of Liability
To the extent permitted by applicable law, OpenNotes is not responsible for losses resulting from reliance on user-submitted educational materials, temporary service interruptions, or unauthorized use of accounts.
Changes to These Terms
We may update these terms as OpenNotes evolves. Updated terms will be published on this page with a revised effective date.